"Gary is very good indeed. He is able to make simple the most complex cases, and is a highly skilled advocate adept at landing carefully considered blows."
"Gary is very assured and technically excellent."
"Gary prides himself on taking a pragmatic and straightforward approach which always cuts through the legal issues and allows parties to focus on the commercial legal points to achieve a good workable solution."
"Gary's legal and commercial acumen is second to none, which gave us every confidence in his advice and ability to deliver results."Chambers and Partners UK Bar Guide 2024 (Real Estate Litigation)
‘Gary is exceptionally calm and warm in manner, which masks a ferocious intellect and sharp advocacy skills. He is particularly good at making killer points gently and unobtrusively, but very effectively.’Legal 500 2024
"Gary has a wealth of experience with a disarmingly laid-back style."Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2023
"Gary is top notch on the law - tactically, as an advocate and in dealing with clients."Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2023
"He is very reassuring, especially in court."Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2023
‘Gary is an incredibly approachable, pragmatic and commercially minded silk. His ability to make killer points seem a matter of fact never fails to impress. ’Legal 500 2023
Gary Cowen QC frequently advises on complex litigation, and has a great deal of experience in the Court of Appeal. Real estate forms the core of his chancery practice and he has notable experience in restrictive covenants, leasehold enfranchisement and business tenancies. "He is very good at managing the client and is an excellent advocate." "He has a breadth and depth of knowledge and provides clear advice."Chambers UK Guide 2022 (Real Estate Litigation)
Frequently advises on complex litigation, and has a great deal of experience in the Court of Appeal. Real estate forms the core of his chancery practice and he has notable experience in restrictive covenants and leasehold enfranchisement. Strengths: "Gary is technically excellent and his advice is clear. He is commercially aware, friendly and extremely helpful when it comes to explaining strategies to clients."Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2021 (Real Estate Litigation)
"Gary is technically excellent and his advice is clear. He is commercially aware, friendly and extremely helpful when it comes to explaining strategies to clients. He is happy to ‘go the extra mile’ to ensure the clients fully understand and agree with the course of action, always promoting a calm, structured and methodical approach."Legal 500 2021
Frequently advises on complex litigation, and has a great deal of experience in the Court of Appeal. Real estate forms the core of his chancery practice and he has notable experience in restrictive covenants and leasehold enfranchisement. Strengths: "Technically brilliant and provides practical and commercial advice – a joy to work with." "A good advocate who fully understands the case in front of him." "His advice is clear and concise."Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2020 (Real Estate Litigation)
"Highly recommended for a broad array of property disputes."Legal 500 2020
Gary Cowen is an "excellent" real estate barrister, recognised by peers as "highly knowledgeable" when it comes to mortgage and leasehold enfranchisement issues. Who's Who Legal UK Bar 2019 Guide
"Frequently advises on complex litigation, and has a great deal of experience in the Court of Appeal. Real estate forms the core of his chancery practice and he has notable experience in restrictive covenants and leasehold enfranchisement. Strengths: 'Very considered, calm and delivers his case in a very methodical and well-structured manner." "Very thorough and clear in his advice.' 'Shows excellent attention to detail.' Recent work: Acted in Co-operative Bank v Hayes Freehold, a complex case which considered difficult questions as to the interpretation of a deed of surrender." Chambers UK Guide 2019 (Real Estate Litigation)
